Travel Guides & Tips in this video
- Tip 1West Lake is the absolute place to be in Hangzhou during National Day. (2:10)
- Tip 2For the flag raising ceremony, be at West Lake before 7:30am. (3:33)
- Tip 3Accessibility in China's parks is amazing, with golf carts available. (4:17)
- Tip 4Golden Week is a great time to travel and celebrate with family and friends. (8:47)
- Tip 5Plenty of food options around West Lake if you get hungry. (17:48)
- Tip 6Hefang Street offers various souvenirs, including face molds. (20:44)
- Tip 7Try Tanghulu, candied fruit on sticks, a popular street food. (28:26)
- Tip 8Turkish ice cream in China is much cheaper than in Turkey. (34:05)
Join Sun Kissed Bucket List as they celebrate China's National Day in Hangzhou! Their adventure begins at the iconic West Lake, experiencing the 'people mountain, people sea' firsthand. From exploring ancient temples to navigating bustling pedestrian streets, they immerse themselves in the vibrant festivities. Unexpected discoveries, like a dragon-shaped boat and unique street food, add to the excitement. This video offers a captivating glimpse into China's National Day celebrations, filled with cultural immersion and unforgettable moments.
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This video follows Sun Kissed Bucket List's experience celebrating China's National Day in Hangzhou. They begin their journey at West Lake, the city's most popular tourist spot, encountering massive crowds and a lively atmosphere, truly embodying the "people mountain, people sea" description. The vloggers explore the park, marveling at the scale of West Lake and its accessibility, noting the abundance of golf carts for transportation. They describe West Lake as a vast body of water, more like a bay, with islands and hills. Despite overcast weather, they remain enthusiastic, enjoying the views and the festive atmosphere. They mention missing the morning flag-raising ceremony but catch glimpses of it later.
The vloggers highlight the unique accessibility of the park, mentioning golf carts and readily available refreshments. They also point out the historical significance of the Imperial Pier, used by emperors for boating on the lake. The vloggers' commentary shifts to the crowds, describing the increasing density of people as the day progresses. They express their intention to fully immerse themselves in the experience, even if it means long waits for food later. They mention their plan to see West Lake and observe the celebrations.
Sun Kissed Bucket List's journey continues to Hefang Street, a pedestrian street brimming with people and various vendors. They encounter a large Laughing Buddha statue, unique street food like Tanghulu (candied fruit on sticks), and interact with friendly locals. They sample local snacks and beverages, including a mysterious purple-colored juice. They also mention the abundance of shops and restaurants along the canal, comparing the area's aesthetic to Watertown near Shanghai. The vloggers' excitement is palpable as they describe the lively atmosphere and their interactions with locals. The vloggers end their day at a KFC, noting the long queues at other restaurants, highlighting the popularity of KFC in China and the unique menu items available there. The vloggers end their vlog expressing their enjoyment of their first Chinese National Day experience and invite viewers to share their own experiences.
